Field Engineer, Design

Company Overview: Are you a results-driven problem-solver, eager to positively change the world? Do you believe that climate change is the biggest issue facing us today? Then the Biomason team needs you! Biomason is leading the global transition to plant-friendly construction by employing biology to produce cement. Since 2012, we have used microorganisms to grow sustainable, structural biocement® in ambient temperatures, harnessing the power of biotechnology to reinvent traditional cement and offer a planet-friendly alternative. We are seeking dedicated, passionate, and hard working individuals to become part of our ever-growing team.  Join Biomason and help us end the world's dependence on carbon-emitting construction materials. Let's change the way we build.

Biomason is privately held and headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.  For additional information, please go to the company’s website at www.biomason.com. We offer a rich benefits package with medical, dental, vision, and more! 

Position Summary: Biomason is seeking a full time Systems Design Field Engineer. This Field Engineer will serve as a bridge between Biomason’s technology transfer from our research and development teams in the United states, to commercial production partners in Denmark. The Systems Design Field Engineer is primarily responsible for design, specification, commissioning, and support of prototype and industrial automation equipment and data systems at Biomason’s manufacturing partner site(s). This position reports to the Senior Manager, Systems Engineering and works collaboratively with R&D, Process Engineering, and External Parter/Integrator teams.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
• 3+ years of technical, experience in automated fluidic or conveyance industrial systems - Mechanical
• Proficient in 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, preferably Autodesk Inventor and suite
• Competency in Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics, Static and Dynamic Loading, Thermodynamics, and Materials Science for informing system design
• Ability to design tests to evaluate design and subsequently analyze test data for decision making/review
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills for supporting manufacturing equipment
• Proficiency in product lifecycle management (PLM) software/process
• Familiarity with 2D and 3D engineering design and manufacturing tools, including P&ID, PFD, BOM Generation, and ECOs
• Experience in specifying industrial equipment like pumps, blowers, heaters, mixers, valves, and filters for medium to large-scale volume implementations
• Adaptable to changing company goals and directions, with the ability to shift tasks and projects quickly.
• Proficient in writing clear and comprehensive technical documentation, including machine SOPs, BOMs, and technical engineering drawings
• Demonstrates strong data collection, and documentation management
• A strong team player who can self-manage
• Comfortable working in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills in English. Danish is a plus.
• Able and willing to travel for up to 80%

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations
• Knowledge of polymer/plastics and metal fabrication methods and techniques
• Hands-on experience with computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, manufacture, and analyze equipment prototypes
• Support equipment installation, qualification, and documentation (FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ)
• Provide continuous improvement for existing manufacturing systems
• Conduct experiments, data analysis, and design reviews for system optimization
• Write technical documentation, including Equipment SOPs for operators
• Interface with Biomason project managers as well as external vendors to complete technology transfer to new sites/factories on schedule, with high quality
• Analyze, test and evaluate theoretical designs and hold design reviews
• Identify (root cause), formulate, and produce effective solutions to emerging problems
• Evaluate final product performance, reliability, and safety
• Modify designs to meet requirements and eliminate malfunctions
• Estimate project budgets and scopes

Competencies:

• Highly organized and possess excellent attention to detail

• Creative, flexible, proactive, punctual, persistent

• Self-driven with a track record of networking and successful project completion